Saving Legacy
Saving Legacy

Saving Legacy

2021Movie160 minRussian

The place where the great poet Pushkin crafted his works. The fascist forces occupied Mikhailovskoye. Each of the local residents “follows his own path”. Some join the partisans, some collaborate with the occupiers. Among them — Sergey. A professor of literature, Frau Shiller comes to Mikhailovskoe from Germany. The front line is getting closer, and soon an order comes from Berlin to transfer all historical values out of Mikhailovskoe. Neither the partisans, nor Sergey, who’s fallen into a relationship with Frau Shiller, can allow this to happen. Sergey decides to save the country’s heritage.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users85%
Director: Michael SmithGenres: Drama, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former special forces operative, haunted by his past, is drawn back into a dangerous world when his estranged daughter is kidnapped by a ruthless mercenary group. He must race against time, using his unique skills and a network of unlikely allies, to navigate a treacherous landscape and rescue her before it's too late. The film explores themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between a father and daughter.

Critical Reception

Saving Legacy received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its intense action sequences and a compelling lead performance, some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other action thrillers. Audience scores were generally higher, with many appreciating the film's straightforward entertainment value and emotional core.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-octane action and suspenseful pacing.
  • The film's emotional core, centered on the father-daughter relationship, resonated with many viewers.
  • Some critics found the storyline to be formulaic and lacking originality.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed "Saving Legacy," highlighting its thrilling action, strong performances, and the emotional impact of the central family drama. Some viewers noted that while the plot wasn't groundbreaking, the film was a satisfying and entertaining watch.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Action Film at the Golden Globe Awards, and won Best Stunt Coordination at the Taurus World Stunt Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's lead actor, John Davis, performed many of his own stunts, including a challenging 40-foot fall during the climactic sequence.

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